Brussels, 16/11/2010 (Agence Europe) - The European Parliament hopes to simplify implementation of the EU research framework programmes to improve the joint funding of research projects. A report along these lines drafted by Maria da Graça Carvalho (EPP, Portugal) was adopted on 11 November by 553 votes to 12 and 7 abstentions. MEPs consider the research funding system should place more trust in applicants and be more risk-tolerant, albeit with clearly defined rules. Nonetheless, any...